Eurail Benelux Pass

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Rail Pass Terms & Conditions

GENERAL DESCRIPTIONAny person living in a non-European country can use a pass. However the person should be a resident, i.e. she/he must be living more than 6 months in Africa, Oceania, Asia and Middle East or America (south). Please note that residents of Russia and Turkey are not eligible for a Benelux Pass.This pass offers unlimited travel on the national rail networks of Belgium, The Netherlands and Luxemburg.

CONDITIONS OF USEPass must be validated (stamped at the train station) within 11 months of the issuance date.

AFTER SALESA 15% cancellation penalty applies to completely unused and unvalidated passes returned within 1 year of issue date.Partially used, lost or stolen passes are non-refundable.

Overview

Belgium, The Netherlands (Holland), and Luxembourg have more in common than a royal heritage. They have the Eurail Benelux Pass, giving you extensive travel on the national rail networks of Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands, with your choice of any 3, 4, 5 or 8 days of rail travel within a one-month period. This pass offers saverpass discounts for 2 or more traveling together and you can also decide whether you’d prefer those travel days to be consecutive or non-consecutive.

Choose to see Belgium by rail, or relax during train travel in Holland. Trains in Luxembourg are also designed to be stress-free and adventure-ready. Put them all together and you not only have an extraordinary travel experience in the Benelux countries, but a journey that’s 180° from the hassles of airports and the deciphering of road signs.

The train also allows you to enjoy the locals as much as the scenery, and immerse yourself in the culture you came to visit. It starts with rail stations that leave you right in the city center, ready for action. Visit the enchanting (and tiny) city of Bruges, is brimming with architectural and artistic finds. Stop in Amsterdam to view the masterworks of the Dutch masters. Looking to “refuel” in Rotterdam ? Its nightlife rocks with an abundance of bars, swanky clubs, and quirky galleries. Stop in castle-rich Luxembourg, home to the Grand-Duke. And no journey through Benelux is complete without a peek at the Brussels Grand Place, one of the most beautiful squares in all of Europe. Did I say Brussels ? What a great time to mention all the travel discounts that sprout up with your pass, too— including deals on hotels and attractions.

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How does it work?

Rail Passes in 3 steps

1. Pick the right rail pass

Rail passes are available in 1, 2, 3 or 4 country combinations for extensive travel on the national rail networks. Going for an extended trip? Try the Eurail Global Pass offering rail travel in 28 different countries. Once you've selected your pass, its price will depend on the class of service, First or Second, selected and the number of rail travel days.

2. Reserve your seats

Traveling on local and regional trains provides you with an opportunity to freely explore. It’s easy to get on a train with your rail pass and find an open seat to enjoy the journey in. Seat reservations are required on many high speed, overnight, scenic, and international trains. Using a Eurail Benelux Pass you may travel on TGV and Thalys trains which require additional seat reservations. It’s always a good idea to research the journey you are interested in and check for any specific seat reservation requirements.

3. Activate and travel

Your rail pass requires that you activate it by getting it stamped at the ticket window at the departure station on the day of your first train journey. Once activated, you are all set and ready to explore.

Rail pass benefits

More than just trains

And the Eurail Benelux Pass is packed with bonuses to make your trip even more enjoyable. You’ll get discounts on buses and trains, hotels, cruises & ferries, museums & activities, and more.

With the Eurail Benelux Pass, the benefits like the connections it provides - are everywhere. Whether you are an adventurous traveler or avid planner, the Eurail Benelux Pass is your pass to freedom and an unforgettable journey of discovery.

Benefits in:

Museums & Activities

Brussels City CardOffer: Pass holders can enjoy 15% off the Brussels Card, your key to discovering the best of Brussels.Info: Print and fill out this Eurail voucher. You can redeem it at one of the Tourist Offices of VISIT.BRUSSELS (address details are on the voucher). For more information about the Brussels Card check out the VISIT.BRUSSELS website or email info@brusselscard.be.

Citadines Apart’hotelsOffer: Get a 10% discount on the Best Flexible Rates at Citadines Apart’hotels. Enjoy amazing guest facilities and amenities at central locations in the Belgian capital.Info: Offer only available on www.citadines.com using the promo code EURAIL. MEININGER HotelsOffer: Enjoy a 10% discount at the MEININGER Hotel in Brussels-Molenbeek when you book online at www.meininger-hotels.com. Info: If you have any questions or need help, contact welcome@meininger-hotels.com or call +49 (0)30 6663 6100.Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion or discount.

Bus & Train

The THALYS Lounge at Bruxelles-MidiOffer: 1st class Pass holders with a valid THALYS reservation have free access to THALYS Lounge at Bruxelles-Midi stations (Rue de I’instruction 158, 1060 Saint-Gilles). Info: Open Mondays to Thursdays from 6 am to 9:30 pm, and Fridays to Sundays from 6 am to 10 pm.

Museums & Activities

Brussels City CardOffer: Pass holders can enjoy 15% off the Brussels Card, your key to discovering the best of Brussels.Info: Print and fill out this Eurail voucher. You can redeem it at one of the Tourist Offices of VISIT.BRUSSELS (address details are on the voucher). For more information about the Brussels Card check out the VISIT.BRUSSELS website or email info@brusselscard.be.

Citadines Apart’hotelsOffer: Get a 10% discount on the Best Flexible Rates at Citadines Apart’hotels. Enjoy amazing guest facilities and amenities at central locations in the Belgian capital.Info: Offer only available on www.citadines.com using the promo code EURAIL. MEININGER HotelsOffer: Enjoy a 10% discount at the MEININGER Hotel in Brussels-Molenbeek when you book online at www.meininger-hotels.com. Info: If you have any questions or need help, contact welcome@meininger-hotels.com or call +49 (0)30 6663 6100.Please note: This offer cannot be combined with any other offer, promotion or discount.

Bus & Train

The THALYS Lounge at Bruxelles-MidiOffer: 1st class Pass holders with a valid THALYS reservation have free access to THALYS Lounge at Bruxelles-Midi stations (Rue de I’instruction 158, 1060 Saint-Gilles). Info: Open Mondays to Thursdays from 6 am to 9:30 pm, and Fridays to Sundays from 6 am to 10 pm.

Cruises & Ferries

30% reduction on the full Stena Line fares for the crossing between Hoek van Holland and Harwich (UK).

Bus & Train

Free access to the NS Hispeed lounges in several cities. Access is available on the day of travel for 1st class passholders with reservations.

International IC Bus Connections - Düsseldorf-Eindhoven-Antwerp-London and Düsseldorf-Roermond-Brussels: Travelers with a Eurail Global Pass only need a reservation. Travelers with a Eurail Pass which is not valid for all the countries through which the bus travels need a reservation and a ticket for the portion not covered by the rail pass. Reservations and/or tickets are an additional cost and can be purchased locally.

Hotels

Hotel Amsterdam: 15% discount when booking online.

Meininger Hotels: 10% discount if you book directly with the hotel.

20% reduction on full entrance fee for the Boijmans Van Beuningen Museum in Rotterdam. The museum is one of the oldest in Netherlands containing a large collection of medieval to modern European art. Passholders must present their pass at the museum ticket window to receive their discount.Hard Rock Cafe; Amsterdam, Max Euweplein 57-61 Show your Rail Pass and receive a complimentary Hard Rock Cafe gift with a minimum purchase of €30 in the Cafe or Rock Shop. Free Wi-Fi for guests.Bataviastad: Show your Eurail Pass at the Information Centre in Batavia Stad Amsterdam Fashion Outlet and receive:Your personal VIP Voucher offering 10% extra discounts on the outlet price.Discount voucher for food and drinkA free return ticket for the Shopping Shuttle. This shopping shuttle departs every day at 10.00am in front of Victoria Park Plaza Amsterdam, and pass holders can step in the bus for free. For more information, please visit www.bataviastad.com.

Bus & Train

A Eurail Pass valid in Luxembourg is valid with the national railway company CFL (www.cfl.lu). Trains only.

International IC Bus connections Pass holders with a Global Pass need a reservation only (regular reservation fee). Pass holders with a Pass which is not valid in all countries through which the bus passes need a reservation and a ticket for the section not covered by the pass.

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Eurostar trip with eurorail benelux pass If I purchase a eurorail Benelux pass for 3 persons for travelling in May-June 2018, can we board the eurostar from london to brussels or amsterdam and come back by Eurostar? If yes, is it allowed a single time or can we use it multiple (...)

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Travel Europe with Raileurope | Minish s. | 16 December 2016 "We travelled extensively the three countries, Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg, all by trains. The timetable and the trains punctuality was really great. Lots of connectivity. The best thing we could book it from India in Indian currency.
The travel by first class was comfortable, value for money.
Thanks RailEurope.
Minish and Urmi Shah.
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The only way to travel ! | Thomas h. | 7 May 2015 "The Thalys service between Amsterdam and Bruxelles is amazing ! Fast, quiet and comfortable, with outstanding onboard service on a mid-afternoon trip. I don't know why anyone would drive or fly when these trains make travel so convenient.
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more value created | Ling z. | 11 October 2013 "We tried the Benelux Pass with very limit knowledge of website in beginning, but it does surprised my husband and myself ! We were able to choice the Intercity/stop trains to the cities we planned to visit and some small towns passed by freely without concerns of travel cost in our five day's train trip. The more cities visited, the more value created !
Since my credit card type does not matched with local TVM, it would take much longer time to queue and to waiting at ticket office for tickets. But with the Benelux Pass, we were able to get on trains from stations conveniently. The less time spent, the more value created.
The train cars are clean and on time generally, it would be better to indicate the tips or more details regarding train transferring in the train schedule booklet attached with ticket, in order to guide tourists get the better planning in advance.
Thanks
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FAQ

Common Questions, Simple Answers

Q. How to make a booking for 4 passengers who do not want to share a compartment ?

A. You can 1 passenger at a time for a single room. Other options included sharing the room with somebody.

Q. Are Family Passes available ?

A.

Yes. Some passes offer discount for families.

Swiss Passes offer a Swiss family card which offers free travel for children (aged from 6 to 15 years old) when they are travelling with a parent.

In Great Britain, the BritRail Pass which offers free travel for children (aged 5 to 15 years old) when they are travelling with a full fare adult or a Senior Pass holder. The Great Britain Heritage Family Pass is also available for 2 adults who are travelling with up to 3 children.

Families can benefit from saver options which are offered by many passes. Children aged 4 to 11 travel at half of the adult fare when they are on the Family Pass.

Q. What is a BritRail Family Pass ?

A. A BritRail Family Card allows one child aged 5 to 15 to have free travel when accompanied by an adult or a BritRail Pass holder.

Q. What are the classes of service which are offered on the Lyria train ?

A. Two classes of service are offered on board the TGV – First class and Second class. In First class, passengers have large seats, power sockets for portable devices and access to the bar buffet. If you are travelling in second class, you can also have access to a vast selection of meals and beverages.

Q. Do Lyria trains have a catering service ?

A. Yes and they are located in carriage 4 or 14, in the middle of the Lyria train. The TGV Lyria bar offers tasty snacks and meals : sandwiches, hot/cold local dishes, salads, children’s menu, hot and cold drinks. An at seat service is available for those travelling in First class.

Q. How much time in advance, can I book tickets for Lyria trains ?

A. You can book your ticket to travel on board the Thalys to 3 months in advance. That’s 90 days early, during which time you can plan your trip thoroughly. You can buy your tickets at the earliest to have the best fares.

Q. What is the main difference between Business Premier, Standard Premier and Standard Classes on the Eurostar between London and Paris or Brussels ?

A. Eurostar offers two types of First class (Business Premier and Standard Premier) and one type of Second class (Standard class).

Eurostar Business Premier includes priority express check-in at a dedicated ticket desk, access to the Eurostar Executive lounges, comfortable reclining seats, spacious legroom, Wi-Fi Internet access at the terminals, a dedicated coach for business travellers, newspapers and a 3-course meal with refreshments served at your seat.

Eurostar Standard Premier includes comfortable reclining seats, spacious legroom, newspapers and a 3-course meal with refreshments served at your seat.

Eurostar Standard class includes spacious legroom and food and beverages available at the bar-buffet car.

Q. What is the baggage limitation when travelling on board Thalys trains ?

A. A single passenger can carry up to 2 suitcases and 1 handbag. For your comfort and safety, avoid oversized bags on board Thalys trains. The largest side of your luggage must not exceed 85 cm.

Q. What is the main difference between First class and Second class on the Talgo 200 ?

A. The Talgo 200 First class includes comfortable reclining seats, video and audio programs and food and beverages served at your seat by a friendly staff.

The Talgo 200 Second class includes spacious legroom, video and audio programs and food and beverages available at the bar-buffet car.

Q. Must I book a reservation for the Eurostar train ?

A. Yes. A reservation is needed to board the Eurostar. Bookings can be done up to 6 month before departure. Please note that Eurail passes and the France Rail pass do not include Eurostar. However a discount is offered for Eurostar ticket when you are a holder of a Eurail Pass or a France Rail Pass.

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